Kemmannugundi Hill Resort

Overview

The word literally means red soil pit if the words Kempu, Mannu and Gundi are split. It is called so because of the red soil bed that is brilliant for growing certain crops, coffee plants and more.

It used to serve as the summer resort of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV earlier, who later on donated the gorgeous property to the Karnataka Government, Department of Horticulture.

Yes, it is also popularly called the Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station. Now, recently as per government orders, Jungle Lodges and Resorts Ltd., has taken over the operation and management of the guest houses and restaurant at Kemmanagundi from 1st March 2021.

Experience

Kemmannugundi is a beautiful hill station in Tarikere taluk of Chikkamagaluru district in the state of Karnataka, India. The station is ringed by the Baba Budan Giri Range with cascades, mountain streams and lush vegetation, Kemmangundi’s has ornamental gardens and mountains and Valleys views.

Kemmanagundi is a beautiful hill station in Karnataka. Also referred to as the Ooty of Karnataka, it is enveloped by lush green vegetation, beautiful dreams, gorgeous gardens and green crests and troughs of valleys and mountains. It lies on the fringes of the Baba Budan Giri Range.

To be exact, it is situated in the lap of Chikmagalur, Karnataka. The range is at an elevation of 1,434 meters above sea level offering serene pastures and beautiful green avenues. Breathtaking views, picturesque landscapes and panoramic luster radiates the beauty of the sap green stretch.

It is also called the Queen of Hills owing to its serene atmosphere and tranquil vibe. The weather out here is relatively cool and rather pleasant all year round. Owing to its location, the maximum temperature during the so-called hotter summer months goes up to 28 degrees Celsius. Way back, the hill was believed to produce medicinal plants and was called Chandra Drona Parvatha.

It was then called the Ooty of Karnataka, owing to the similarities between the terrain, the dense vegetation and soothing hill-station vibe with similar weather conditions.

Season

The beauty of the trek lies in the scenic views it offers. The best part is that the trek can be accessed at different points. Waterfalls, dams and lovely flora adorn the entire stretch of the trek. It could be started at different points; however, one of the best ways of trading the route would be to start from proper Kemmannugundi itself.

Depending on the time in hand and size of the group, you could detour to various waterfalls or simply go uphill to watch the sunrise or sunset from a vantage point.

Z point is the most famous spot there, as is the entry through Mullyanagiri range, Jeep trips, Safari tours, walking trips and waterfall picnics are some of the key highlights of spending a few days in and around the rage.

Rose Garden is a bed of full-bloomed roses that are cultivated as well as maintained by the Horticulture Department of Karnataka. Different Varieties of roses can be spotted by nature lovers here.

Hebbe Falls is situated at 13°32′29″N 75°43′30″E about 10 km away from the famous hill station Kemmangundi in Karnataka, India. This waterfalls is inside a coffee estate and can be reached either by walk or four-wheeler.